2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · GC16 VGJ
2016 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 116,679 miles. MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,679 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GC16 VGJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2026
- 116,679 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GC16 VGJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Golf (GC16 VGJ) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
GC16 VGJ Mileage History
- 20/08/202498,901 mi
- 20/08/202498,901 mi
- 13/08/2025107,676 mi+8,775 mi
- 13/08/2025107,677 mi+1 mi
- 17/08/2026116,679 mi+9,002 mi
Average of roughly 8,931 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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